Spicy Piloncillo Syrup

Directions

1. 1

   1 c Granulated sugar 8 oz Cone piloncillo

2. 2

   with a heavy mallet 1 c Water 6 Cloves

3. 3

   whole 1 Stick cinnamon

4. 4

   3 inch Note: Piloncillo is an unrefined sugar that comes in a firm cone shape (it's named after the pilon, a conical weight used on scales)

5. 5

   Piloncillo is available at Hispanic supermarkets

6. 6

   Place water, sugar and spices in heavy one-quart nonreactive saucepan and let sit for 1 hour or longer, until sugar is fully dissolved

7. 7

   Slowly bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 4-5 minutes

8. 8

   Allow to cool, then discard spices and pour remaining mixture into a glass bottle